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Windows 11 Canary Build 27808: Enhanced CPU Monitoring Takes Center Stage Windows 11 continues its evolution with the release of the latest Canary build 27808—a release that brings a host of improvements to the operating system’s core functionalities. Among the most notable enhancements is the...

If you’ve ever found yourself staring blankly at your desktop, unable to remember whether that critical spreadsheet was in your downloads folder, cloud storage, or perhaps just a fever dream, Microsoft feels your pain—and their latest Windows 11 KB5055627 update is here to help you (and your...

I try to install virtualization host but every time I get a message that it failed. Web access and Connection broker it does install. Does anyone have any tips on what I can try/check. I ran windows update and everything is up-to-date.

Despite the optimistic launch presentations and Microsoft's relentless nudges, Windows 11 has decisively become the expected default for machines clinging to a genuine Windows badge. As Redmond gets ready to put Windows 10 out to pasture—with emotional support to be withdrawn by October—users...

When Microsoft finally lowers the curtain on Windows 10 and ushers it off the stage—scheduled for October 14, 2025—millions of users will face a dilemma: upgrade, migrate, or expose themselves to the wild digital west of an unsupported operating system. For those with stubborn software...

Forget everything you thought you knew about managing containers on Windows, because there’s a new sheriff in Container Town, and its name is Podman Desktop. Once the preserve of Linux purists who liked their containers rootless and their daemons non-existent, Podman has burst through the...

If you blinked, you might have missed it: VMware, the virtualization juggernaut, has pulled a plot twist more dramatic than a soap opera season finale. The company quietly revived its free ESXi hypervisor, a move that has set the virtualization and IT communities abuzz. For those following...

Few acts in the digital world rival the thrill of installing a brand-new operating system—except, perhaps, doing so in a way that lets you hit “Undo” if things go pear-shaped. That’s the magic of virtual machines. If you’ve ever wondered how to dive headfirst into Windows 11 without risking your...

There’s a familiar thrum of urgency in Redmond once more, except this time the alarms are quiet, technical, and contain just a hint of acronyms that can make even the most seasoned IT pro break out into a cold sweat. Microsoft has dropped an emergency payload of updates aimed squarely at Windows...

Windows Hyper‑V is renowned for its robust performance in enterprise virtualization, but even stalwarts face the occasional hiccup. CVE‑2025‑27491 is the latest vulnerability to catch the eye of cybersecurity professionals—a use‑after‑free flaw lurking in Windows Hyper‑V that permits an...

Hornetsecurity’s VM Backup 9 Unlimited Plus is making waves among IT professionals who demand a streamlined, resilient solution for safeguarding virtual environments. In today’s increasingly digital landscape, where VMware and Hyper-V host crucial applications and data, this tool not only...

Microsoft’s Windows 11 has brought a wealth of features and a refreshed interface—but with creativity sometimes comes clutter. If you’re noticing more ads, suggestions, and nudges for Microsoft services everywhere—from your Start menu to pop-up notifications—rest assured you’re not alone. In...

Organizations facing uncertainty with VMware’s vSphere—especially in light of Broadcom’s shifting direction—are actively exploring alternative on-prem virtualization solutions. While some are rethinking their entire strategy by moving to public cloud workloads or embracing container-based...

Windows Hyper-V users, take note—Microsoft’s latest vulnerability advisory for CVE-2025-24048 details a heap-based buffer overflow that could allow a local, authorized attacker to elevate their privileges. This write-up dives deep into the technical and broader implications of this...

In the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, Windows environments are not exempt from emerging threats—even those that appear on the horizon. A recently highlighted vulnerability, designated as CVE-2025-24050, has raised concerns among IT professionals and administrators alike. This...

Virtualization is no longer a luxury reserved solely for data centers and enterprise giants—it’s become the bread and butter of both IT professionals and enthusiastic home lab builders alike. Microsoft’s Hyper-V hypervisor, a native component in Windows Pro, Enterprise, and Windows Server, has...

Chip Chip Chin Chin. Recently upgraded my physical Hyper-V host to server 2022 so i can use FoD tools and Hyper-V manager from server core with the GUO option provided by FOD something that 2019 didn't offer which I've bee cursing for years about since 2012 R2 the ability to turn off GUI and...

Microsoft's Copilot Overhaul and Emerging Security Concerns: A Deep Dive Microsoft continues to push the envelope in both user experience innovation and security, but as always, progress comes with challenges. In recent weeks, several notable developments around the AI-powered Copilot and...

Virtualization isn’t just an enterprise buzzword—it’s a powerful tool for home users, too. Whether you’re a developer testing multiple operating systems, a tech enthusiast looking to isolate work from play, or a curious learner wanting to explore alternative environments, hypervisors can help...

Virtualization stands as one of the cornerstones for modern IT infrastructure—powering everything from agile cloud deployments to test environments on personal computers. As we move deeper into 2025, many enterprises and home enthusiasts alike are reevaluating established virtualization...